Karachi, Oct. 13 -- Pakistan's economy, despite official claims of stability and fiscal discipline, continues to be mired in deep socio-economic turmoil. While the government touts a steadier exchange rate, higher foreign inflows, and a revived stock market, the majority of Pakistanis remain trapped in economic hardship. The benefits of these macroeconomic gains have failed to trickle down to ordinary citizens, exposing the stark divide between policy narratives and lived realities, as reported by The Express Tribune.

According to The Express Tribune, a recent World Bank report, "Reclaiming Momentum Towards Prosperity: Pakistan's Poverty, Equity and Resilience Assessment (2025)", paints a grim picture of rising poverty. The national pove...